The conference will review the emerging threats homeland security organizations face with a limited staff and fixed budget. These new challenges push homeland security experts to create new tactics that are just as effective with a smaller budget and less staff members. The conference will discuss these challenges while preparing the community to "Rise with the Occasion" to keep the Michigan safe.

The conference is jointly sponsored by the Michigan State Police's Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division and will be held at the DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Organizations are encouraged to participate in the exhibition to enhance Michigan's emergency response and preparedness tactics.